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Yaesu FTDX5000 User Manual

Yaesu FTDX5000
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HF/50 MH
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FTDX5000 S
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VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
VERTEX STANDARD
(
AUSTRALIA
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PTY., LTD.
Normanby Business Park, Unit 14/45 Normanby Road
Notting Hill 3168, Victoria, Australia

Table of Contents

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Yaesu FTDX5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output5-200 Watts
Receiver TypeTriple Conversion Superheterodyne
Impedance50 Ohms
RF Output Power5-200 Watts
Supply Voltage13.8 V DC ±15%
Dynamic Range112 dB
Voltage13.8 VDC
ModesAM, FM, RTTY, PSK
DisplayTFT
Output Power200W
IF Bandwidth15 kHz (AM)

Summary

About This Manual

General Description

Accessories & Options

Supplied Accessories

Lists accessories included with the transceiver.

Available Options

Lists optional accessories available for purchase.

Before You Begin

Connecting AC Power

Instructions for connecting the transceiver to AC power.

Extending the Front Feet

Guide on how to extend the transceiver's front feet.

Adjusting the Main Tuning Dial Torque

Procedure for adjusting the feel of the main tuning dial.

Resetting the Microprocessor

Steps for resetting memories, menu settings, or performing a full reset.

Installation and Interconnections

Antenna Considerations

Guidance on selecting and connecting antennas for optimal performance.

About Coaxial Cable

Information on using appropriate coaxial cable for connections.

Grounding

Importance and methods for establishing an effective ground system.

Connection of Antenna and Power Cables

Instructions for connecting antenna and power cables.

Connection of Microphone and Headphone

Diagrams for connecting microphone and headphone.

Key, Keyer, and Computer-Driven Keying Interconnections

Details on connecting CW keying devices and computer interfaces.

VL-1000 Linear Amplifier Interconnections

Guide for connecting the VL-1000 linear amplifier.

Interfacing to Other Linear Amplifiers

Information on connecting to external linear amplifiers.

Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams

Front Panel Controls & Switches

Front Panel Key Jacks, Indicators, and Connectors

Details on POWER switch, CAT indicator, PHONES, KEY jacks, and Mic connector.

Front Panel Function Switches

Explanation of DIM, MOX, VOX, TUNE, MONI, PROC, RX ANT, ANT 1-4 switches.

Front Panel Receiver Input Controls

Information on ATT, IPO, and R.FLT controls for receiver input.

Front Panel Receiver Gain, Noise, and Meter Controls

Details on AGC, METER, MONI/PROC knobs, and NB/SQL knobs.

Front Panel Audio and Power Controls

Explanation of MIC and RF PWR knobs for audio and power adjustment.

Front Panel CW and Audio Controls

Details on SPEED/PITCH, VOX/DELAY, and AF/RF GAIN controls.

Front Panel VFO and Memory Control Switches

Explanation of A/B, AB, V/M, MA, AM, and MENU switches.

Front Panel Frequency, Mode, and Operation Control Switches

Details on SPLIT, TXW, CLASS-A, C.S, VFO RX/TX, Main Tuning Dial, FAST, LOCK, BAND, MODE.

Front Panel VFO Operation and Display Controls

Explanation of AB, BAND/MCH, A/B, VFO-B RX/TX, CLAR(VFO-B), SUB DISPLAY-II.

Front Panel Clarifier and Fine Tuning Controls

Details on CLAR/GRP, RX CLAR/FAST, CLEAR, TX CLAR/LOCK controls.

Front Panel VFO-A DSP Filter and Noise Reduction Controls

Explanation of VFO-A DSP controls like NOTCH, WIDTH, DNR, DNF, and SELECT.

Front Panel VFO-B DSP Filter and Noise Reduction Controls

Details on VFO-B DSP controls like CONT/APF, NOTCH, WIDTH, DNR, SELECT, DNF.

Display Indications (Left Side)

VFO-A Block Diagram and Status Indicators

Explanation of VFO-A block diagram and status indicators.

VFO-B Block Diagram and Status Indicators

Explanation of VFO-B block diagram and status indicators.

Display Indications (Right Side)

VFO-A Frequency and Indicator Displays

Details on VFO-A frequency display and various indicators.

Rear Panel Connections

Rear Panel Input/Output and Antenna Connectors

Details on IF OUT, ANT jacks, RX ANT IN, GND, μ-TUNE, ROTATOR, BAND DATA, PACKET, RTTY.

Rear Panel Audio, Control, and Power Connectors

Information on AF OUT, V-AF, EXT SPKR, E.ALC, PTT, TRV, EXT ALC, TX GND connections.

Rear Panel Miscellaneous Connectors and Controls

Details on MIC, REC, TX REQ, +13.8V, KEY, Power, Circuit Breaker, AC IN, DMU, CAT, PGM, REMOTE.

FH-2 Switches

FH-2 Remote Control Keypad Controls

Explanation of the controls on the FH-2 remote keypad.

Basic Operation: Receiving on Amateur Bands

Preparation and Initial Setup

Precautions, LOCK, and DIM settings before starting operation.

Basic Operation Controls and Procedures

Using tuning dials, buttons, AF GAIN, RX, SQL, and scanning.

Basic Operation Procedures

Steps for BAND/MCH, frequency tuning, antenna, mode, squelch, and dial.

CLAR (Clarifier) Operation on VFO-A

How to use the Clarifier function for VFO-A frequency offset.

Tuning Offset Indicator

Graphical representation of the Clarifier offset.

Convenience Features

Dual Receive Operation

Using VFO-A and VFO-B receivers simultaneously.

Dual Receive Sub-Features

Bandwidth diversity and polarity diversity reception.

P.BACK (Audio Playback) from Main (VFO-A) Receiver

Recording and playback of the last 15 seconds of receiver audio.

“My Bands” Operation

Customizing band selection to skip unused bands.

Band Stack Operation

Storing multiple frequencies and modes per band.

C.S (Custom Switch)

Programming a front panel button for quick Menu access.

Rotator Control Functions

Controlling a rotator from the transceiver.

More Frequency Navigation Techniques

Frequency Navigation Methods

Using keyboard entry, Up/Down buttons, and microphone/keypad switches.

Receiver Operation (Front End Block Diagram)

Receiver Selectivity and Noise Reduction Features

Covers VRF, R.FLT, CONTOUR, IF SHIFT, IF WIDTH, IF NOTCH, DNR, DNF, AGC, SLOPED AGC.

Convenience Features

IPO (Intercept Point Optimization)

Optimizing receiver front-end characteristics for noise and signal strength.

ATT (Attenuator) Function

Using the ATT button to insert RF attenuation.

RF Gain (SSB/CW/AM Modes) Adjustment

Manually adjusting receiver RF and IF stages gain.

Advanced Interference-Suppression Features: RF Front End

Using the VRF (Variable RF Front-End Filter)

Description and operation of the VRF system.

Interference Rejection (Signals Off Frequency by Just a Few KHz)

R.FLT (Roofing Filters)

Using IF roofing filters for bandpass protection.

Interference Rejection (Signals Within 3 KHz)

Contour Control Operation

Adjusting the receiver passband shape for signal enhancement.

IF Shift Operation (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes)

Varying the DSP filter passband center frequency.

Width (IF DSP Bandwidth) Tuning (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT Modes)

Adjusting the width of the DSP IF filter passband.

Using IF Shift and Width Together (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes)

Combining IF Shift and Width for effective interference filtering.

IF Notch Filter Operation (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes)

Using the IF Notch filter to remove interfering signals.

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Operation

Reducing random noise using DNR algorithms.

Digital Notch Filter (DNF) Operation

Using the Auto-Notch filter to cancel interfering beat notes.

Narrow (NAR) One-Touch IF Filter Selection

Engaging narrow IF DSP filters with a single button press.

IF Noise Blanker (NB) Operation

Reducing pulse noise using the IF Noise Blanker.

Tools for Comfortable and Effective Reception

AGC (Automatic Gain Control)

Understanding and setting the AGC system.

Sloped AGC Operation

Using the Sloped AGC system for better signal separation.

Mute Feature (VFO-A Band)

Silencing the VFO-A receiver temporarily during Dual Receive.

Adjustable Receiver Audio Filter

Independent control of low and upper audio ranges.

SSB/AM Mode Transmission

SSB/AM Mode Transmission Procedures

Steps for selecting modes, setting gain, and transmitting.

Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner

ATU Operation

Steps for operating the Automatic Antenna Tuner.

Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner Steps

Detailed procedure for ATU tuning and operation.

About ATU Operation

Explanation of ATU functionality and memory.

Enhancing Transmit Signal Quality

Parametric Microphone Equalizer (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Precise control over low, mid, and treble ranges of voice waveform.

Activating the Parametric Microphone Equalizer

Steps to engage the Parametric Microphone Equalizer.

Setup of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer

Detailed setup process for the equalizer.

Activating the Parametric Microphone Equalizer (Steps)

Step-by-step guide to activating the equalizer.

Using the Speech Processor (SSB Mode)

Increasing talk power and improving intelligibility.

Low-Distortion Class-A Operation (SSB Mode)

Yieding ultra-low distortion products during SSB operation.

Transmitter Convenience Features

Voice Memory (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Using the FH-2 keypad for voice memory storage and playback.

VOX (Automatic TX/RX Switching Using Voice Control: SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Hands-free, automatic transmitter activation via voice.

Monitor (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Listening to transmitted signal quality using the Monitor feature.

Split Operation Using the TX Clarifier (VFO-A Operation)

Using TX Clarifier for split TX/RX operation.

Clarifier Offset Bar Indicator

Visual depiction of the relative offset of the Clarifier.

Split-Frequency Operation

Flexible split frequency operation using VFO-A and VFO-B.

VFO Tracking Feature

Synchronizing VFO-A and VFO-B frequency tuning.

Quick Split Operation

One-touch offset of +5 kHz for transmit frequency.

CW Mode Operation

Setup for Straight Key (and Straight Key Emulation) Operation

Connecting and setting up straight key or computer keying.

Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer

Connecting and operating the built-in electronic keyer.

Full Break-in (QSK) Operation

Configuring the transceiver for full break-in (QSK) CW operation.

Setting the Keyer Weight (Dot/Space:Dash) Ratio

Adjusting the dot/space to dash ratio for the electronic keyer.

Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode

Configuring keyer modes like OFF, BUG, ELEKEY, ACS.

CW Convenience Features

CW Spotting (Zero-Beating)

Ensuring precise frequency alignment with other stations.

Using CW Reverse

Trying the opposite sideband to eliminate interference.

Audio Peak Filter

Using the APF to narrow audio bandwidth and reduce interference.

CW Delay Time Setting

Adjusting transmitter hang time for semi-break-in operation.

CW Pitch Adjustment

Setting the receiver passband and CW carrier tone pitch.

Contest Memory Keyer

Storing and transmitting CW messages for contests.

Message Memory Programming (Using Your Paddle)

Storing messages using the keyer paddle.

Checking the CW Memory Contents

Verifying stored CW memory contents.

On-the-Air CW Message Playback

Transmitting stored CW messages.

Transmitting in the Beacon Mode

Setting up automatic repetitive beacon messages.

Text Memory

Programming CW messages using text entry.

Text Message Programming

Steps for programming messages via text entry.

Contest Number Programming

Setting or resetting the contest number.

Decrementing the Contest Number

Reducing the contest number by one.

FM Mode Operation

Basic Operation

Steps for selecting FM mode and tuning frequency.

Repeater Operation

Setting up for repeater operation with CTCSS and shifts.

Basic Operation (Steps 1-4)

Detailed steps for basic FM operation.

Repeater Operation (Steps 1-5)

Detailed steps for repeater setup.

Memory Operation

Convenient Memory Functions

Overview of memory storage capabilities.

QMB (Quick Memory Bank)

Using the Quick Memory Bank for fast recall.

Regular Memory Storage and Recall

Storing and recalling regular memory channels.

Memory Groups

Organizing memories into groups for easier access.

Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency: 5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only)

VFO and Memory Scanning

VFO Scanning

Scanning through frequencies in the VFO.

Memory Scan

Scanning through stored memory channels.

PMS (Programmable Memory Scanning)

Packet Operation

Packet Setup (Including Subcarrier Frequency)

Configuring the radio for packet operation.

Basic Setup

Initial setup steps for packet mode.

RTTY (Radio Teletype) Operation

Setting Up for RTTY Operation

Configuration steps for RTTY mode.

Basic Setup

Initial setup for RTTY operation.

Miscellaneous AFSK-Based Data Modes

About the Transverter Output Terminal

Setup

Steps to set up the transceiver for transverter use.

Setting the Transverter Frequency Offset

Adjusting the display to show transverter frequencies.

Operation

How to operate the transceiver in transverter mode.

Menu Mode

Using the Menu

Guide to navigating and adjusting menu items.

Menu Mode Reset

Procedure to reset all menu settings to factory defaults.

Specifications

General

General specifications including frequency range, stability, and power.

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications including power output and modulation.

Receiver

Receiver specifications including sensitivity, selectivity, and IF stages.

Installation of the Optional Roofing Filter (XF-126CN)

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